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Sue Mertens Memorial Junior Scholarship

Irish Setter Club of America Foundation Inc

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

Funding Amount

Not stated

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Eligible organizations

  • Graduating high school seniors
  • Full-time college students

Other requirements

  • May apply throughout college career if meeting all other eligibility criteria

Overview

Purpose: Honors the memory of Sue Mertens, a longtime Irish Setter enthusiast whose commitment to the breed and sport made a lasting impact. Supports junior members who show involvement, responsibility, and genuine interest in Irish Setters.

Eligibility:

  • Graduating high school seniors
  • Full-time college students
  • May apply throughout college career if meeting all other eligibility criteria

Selection Criteria:

  • Academic performance
  • Participation in AKC events
  • Contributions to the Irish Setter community
  • Involvement and responsibility with Irish Setters
  • Genuine interest in the breed

How to Apply

How to Apply

  • Complete the Junior Scholarship Application Form
  • See application form for detailed requirements and submission instructions

What Irish Setter Club of America Foundation Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2021 — the most recent filing with itemized grants

Irish Setter Club of America Foundation Inc reported $191K in grants for 2025 as a total without an itemized list; the grant details below are from 2021, its most recent itemized filing.

Grants in 2021
2
Total given
$350K
Median grant
$175K
Range
$100K–$250K
  • By dollars: North Carolina 100%. Top recipient cities: Raleigh, NC.

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Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Education

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